1. What are the Undergraduate Degrees offered at Azim Premji University?

*Students can take up additional research work and get an Honours degree.

2. Are the Undergraduate Degrees recognized by the UGC?

Azim Premji University is established in Karnataka by the Azim Premji University Act 2010 as a notfor-profit University. The Undergraduate Programme offered by the University are recognized by The University Grants Commission (UGC) under section 22.

3. Does Azim Premji University offer its Undergraduate Programme in distance learning mode?

No, the Undergraduate Programme at Azim Premji University is a three - year, full time, residential programme based in Bengaluru.

4. What is the medium of instruction for the Undergraduate Programme at the University?

Foundations : The foundation courses focus on strengthening the fundamental capacities of students to become active and self-directed lifelong learners. These courses emphasize critical thinking, logical reasoning and effective verbal and written communication.

Creative Expressions : Students are introduced to the dimensions multimodal understanding through work and play in diverse activities ranging from Art, Music, Craft, Theatre, Sports and other creative areas.

Understanding India: The courses and fieldwork are designed to offer both theoretical and practical exposure to the exceptional cultural and ecological diversity of India. Students learn India’s history, language, culture and society through interdisciplinary study and develop practical skills through self-reflection and dialogue.

Majors and Minors help build disciplinary knowledge and appreciate the excitement of a subject and its applications. Emphasis is on active and participative learning. Discussions, research projects and field visits are an important part of the curriculum.

Specializations are offered in the Sciences, Social Sciences and Humanities

Sciences: Build a deeper understanding of the natural world and an appreciation of how this understanding created today’s technology. Majors are offered in Physics and Biology.Social Sciences: Explore the nature of collective life, its impact on individuals and the ways in which societies are organized and structured. Major offered in Economics.Humanities: An exploration of the diversity and richness of human history, thought and experience. This Major comprises courses in History, Language & Literature and Philosophy.Minors: Students choose a Minor from several inter disciplinary minors including (i) Applied Mathematics, (ii) Data Science, (iii) Development & Sustainability, (iv) Education,
(v) Media, Society & Development. Students also select a disciplinary Minor or can study an interesting mix of courses from many disciplines.

(The University does not guarantee that every student will be able to register for a particular Minor of his/her choice. We will help students choose Minors based on our evaluation of the students’ interest, academic needs and available course)

6. What is the Honours programme?

The B.A. and B.Sc. programme offers Sciences (Physics & Biology), Social Sciences (Economics) and Humanities streams. Students can take up additional research work and get an Honours degree. Successful completion of the Honours pathway requires obtaining an additional 12 credits including 6 credits from work that leads to a thesis or research project.

7. What is the typical daily class schedule at Azim Premji University for Undergraduate Programme?

While there are classroom sessions scheduled during the day, the programme has several other activities – both academic and non-academic- planned out through the day and very often in the evenings too. Every semester has a fixed schedule that includes classroom interactions, tutorials, meetings with faculty and mentors, time for sports, creative pursuits, guest lectures and seminars. Students also spend time on field projects and internship based on their Majorsand academic needs.

Apart from allowing for deeper academic engagement, we believe that for our students, experiences at their residences are a significant part of their learning; to belong to a community and see how the space given to them is used to live and learn together.

8. Where are the details available about the Faculty who teach in this Programme?

The University currently has a faculty team of over 100, more than 60% of them with doctoral degrees and with diverse experience in teaching, research and field work within India and abroad. Many faculty members have personally contributed to the social sphere and their work has been on the cutting edge of education and development policy, research and practice.

The faculty at Azim Premji University forms a close-knit community, which provides students with many opportunities to get involved and work together on several projects during the three year’s programme.

9. How are the Undergraduate Programme offered at Azim Premji University different from other similar programmes available at Universities and colleges across the country?

The programme is unique in offering both breadth of engagement through theCommon Curriculum and disciplinary depth through the Specializations.

The programme combines conceptual knowledge with practical engagement and understanding that has relevant real world application. We do this through practical lab work, field work, workshops, student research, projects and portfolio.

The programme focuses on preparing reflective citizens, capable of meaningful engagement at work and in society.

The programme has aninnovative teaching-learning methods and practices based on decade long experience in the field of education.

10. How does Azim Premji University encourage diversity?

Student diversity is integral to equity in education and learning with a broader perspective. Our students are from across India, with linguistic, socio-economic and educational diversity. The University is deeply committed to having a diverse student profile and the admissions process is designed to attract applicants from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

There is strong evidence that social background and origins are connected with poor representation in institutions of higher education. The University recognizes the disadvantages caused by socially created inequalities like a student’s gender, their family’s caste, religion, occupation, income, education and so on. As part of its commitment to equity and justice, the University admission process attempts to address these inequalities. Points are assigned to various aspects of the socio-economic background of every applicant, which will be added up, to arrive at an overall socio-economic ‘disadvantage score’ and this score is added to the score secured by them in the entrance test and interview.

The information on socio-economic backgrounds, caste, religion etc., is sought in the application form, only for purposes of estimating the score and compensating for social disadvantage. This information is kept confidential by the University administration office.

11. Is the Undergraduate Programme a residential programme? Does the University provide student accommodation?

The Undergraduate Programme is conceived as a residential programme where all students would be staying in accommodation provided by the University on leased premises.

We see the residential life of students as an integral part of this programme. We believe that for our students, experiences at their residences are a significant part of their learning; to belong to a community and see how the space given to them is used to live and learn together. Accommodation will be provided on sharing basis, in different configurations.

12. What are the facilities provided to students at accommodation?

The facility is a gated compound with 24 x 7 security, and a dedicated administration and facilities team. It has separate residential blocks for men and women, with a common dining area and cafeteria.In addition to this, there are study spaces, common rooms, a gym, and a playground. It also provides accommodation for resident faculty mentors. We have made arrangements with local hospitals for emergency medical care as needed.

All accommodation is on sharing basis and each student will be provided with a bed and storage space. You are advised to bring your own bedsheets, quilts and pillow covers; toiletries and towels; medicines and other essentials. Since it is a sharing accommodation with limited space, please bring only essential items.

Application Process

13. What is the eligibility criteria to apply for the Undergraduate Programme?

The eligibility criteria to apply for the Undergraduate Programme is Class 12 / Pre University certificate from any recognized Indian Board or any valid international certificate equivalent to Class 12. Applicants appearing for their final examinations by June 2018 are eligible to apply.

Applicants who have completed their Class 12 / Pre University board examination in 2017are also eligible to apply. Applicant should not be older than 19 years of age as on July 1, 2018 and should have successfully completed 12th standard examination (or its equivalent) with a minimum of 50% marks.

The offer of admission is provisional till proof of successful completion of Class 12 / Pre University study is provided.

14. What is the eligibility criteria to be a Karnataka Domicile?

Click here to know the eligibility criteria to be a Karnataka domicile.

15. What are the eligibility criteria for foreign nationals and NRI’s to apply for the Undergraduate Programme at Azim Premji University?

The eligibility criterion for foreign nationals and NRIs to apply for Undergraduate Programme at Azim Premji University is certificate from any recognized Indian Board or any valid international certificate, equivalent to a Class 12.

16. Is there any age bar to apply for the Undergraduate Programme?

Yes. To apply for Undergraduate Programme at Azim Premji University, applicant should not be older than 19 years of age as on 1 July, 2018.If you had any break in between, please contact the Admissions Office.

17. I am writing the Boards in April, 2018, but the application states that I must enter class XII percentage. How can I apply?

Student who is appearing for board exams in 2018, can apply for the Undergraduate programme by entering predictive marks given by your school or your mid semester marks.

18. Can I apply for more than one programme in the same application?

Candidates can apply for one or more programmes in the same application form by declaring the preference. Application fee of Rs. 300/- remains same whether you apply for one or more programmes. Only one application can be made, in either online or via offline. Duplicate application / applications made both online as well as offline are liable to be rejected.

19. I paid the money for the application process but my status is showing as incomplete?

After payment if applicant do not receive the payment reference number from the bank, then the application process is incomplete and will go in for refund process. The refund will take about 15 days and must be checked with your bank.

20. Do students have to declare their majors at the time of admission?

Students are expected to declare their preferred major at the time of application, as the selection process will happen accordingly. Minor will be declared at end of the second semester.

21. Can I visit the campus? If so, when?

You can visit the Admissions Office at our Electronic City campus to understand more about the programmes and Selection process. We will also be arranging Information sessions during the month of November / December. The Undergraduate campus visits are normally scheduled for selected candidates only. Schedule your visit to the Admissions Office here

22. Should students bring their own laptops?

Students must carry their own laptops to campus when they move in. Almost all courses require constant usage of laptops in the form of preparation for assignments, projects or thesis.

23. Do students have the options to pursue extra-curricular and co-curricular activities?

University is committed to engaging students outside of the classroom. We currently have several student-run clubs on campus, in addition to music, arts, dance, and sports opportunities. University also has a numbers of centres which offers students any support they may need in areas of their interest.

24. How can I check the status of my application?

After completion of your online application form, you will receive an summary sheets with the details entered by you. Kindly save/print the same for your reference. After the application submission, you will receive the admit card 2 weeks prior to the national entrance test.. After the application submission, you will receive the admit card 2 weeks prior to the national entrance test.

25. How do I communicate a change to the Admissions Team after I have submitted my application?

You can write to the admissions team at ugadmissions@apu.edu.in to communicate any changes post submission of your application form. Please note that while some changes may be accepted, there may be changes that might not be accepted as well post submission of the application form.

26. What is the application process like for a reapplicant?

You can apply only once to Azim Premji University within one admissions cycle (Early or Regular window) in one year. If an applicant chooses to apply to Azim Premji University in another year the application process remains the same as a fresh application form.

27. If I miss the deadline, can I still apply for financial aid?

If you miss the deadline, you can email the Admissions Team at ugadmissions@apu.edu.in with your request and reason(s) for missing the deadline. Your request will be passed on to our Financial Aid team, which reserves the right to grant you permission to apply post the deadline.

28. What are the admission windows available for the Undergraduate Programme?

The Undergraduate Programme has two admission windows – Early Admissions and Regular Admissions

Early Admissions: Applicants seeking admission to this programme can benefit through Early Admissions. Completed applications should reach the University by December 5, 2017. The entrance test for Early admissions will be held on December 17, 2017.Applicants who successfully complete the selection process in the Early Admissions will be offered provisional admissions by January 2018 and they are expected to pay non-refundable fee.

Regular Admissions: For applicants who would like to be considered for Regular Admissions, the application form must be submitted by April, 2018. The written test will be held on May, 2018.

29. What is the difference between Early Admissions and Regular Admissions Window?

The selection process for Early Admissions and Regular Admissions will be the same. Applicants seeking admissions to this programme can be benefit from an early decision on their application by choosing Early Admissions window. Applicants who are successfully completes the selection process in the Early Admissions will be offered a provisional admissions by January, 2018 and they are expected to pay non-refundable tuition fee.

30. What is the application process for Undergraduate Programme?

Application forms for the Undergraduate Programme are available on the University website from September, 2017.

online: Applicant has to click on http://azimpremjiuniversity.edu.in/apply and register online with e-mail ID, mobile number and date of birth. On successful registration, an email will be sent to the registered e-mail ID with login credentials to access the form and complete it online.

Offline: Applicants can download the application form from the University website. The details on the form can be hand written and sent to Admissions Office along with the Demand Draft in favour of “ Azim Premji Foundation for Development” and photographs on or before the last date. The completed application form should be mailed to:
Admissions Office, Azim Premji University, PES Campus, Pixel Park, B Block, Electronics City, Hosur Road, Bengaluru - 560100.

31. What is the application fee? What are the modes of payment?

An application form fee of Rs.300/- to be remitted in favour of Azim Premji Foundation for Development either through online or Demand Draft.

Bank

Account Details

Online

You can pay your application fee through PayUmoney using Debit card/Credit card/ Net banking if making an online payment

Demand Draft

To be drawn in favour of "Azim Premji Foundation for Development"(You can download the offline application form and take a demand draft , at the nearest SBI branch)

32. What are the necessary documents to be submitted with the application form?

All applicants need to submit the following enclosures with their application forms.

For online application: (these can be scanned and uploaded)

Recent passport size colour photograph taken within the last 6 months

For offline application:

Recent passport size colour photograph taken within the last 6 months

The original DD (mention the name and programme applied on the backside of the DD)

33. How can the Admissions Office at Azim Premji University be contacted?

Telephone

Toll Free helpline - 1800 843 2001.
Please note that the Toll Free helpline will be available from
Monday – Friday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. (except for Public holidays).

34. What are the important dates of Undergraduate Programme admissions for 2018-21?

Important Dates

Admission Process

Early Admission

Regular Admission

Application form uploadedonline

September 27, 2017

Last Date for Online form submission

December 5, 2017

April, 2018

Entrance Test

December 17, 2017

May, 2018

Announcement of Entrance Test Results

January, 2018

May, 2018

Personal Interview

January, 2018

May, 2018

Announcement of Selection

January, 2018

June, 2018

Commencement of Class

July, 2018

Note: The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to revision.

Selection Process

35. What is the selection process for the Undergraduate Programme?

The selection process for the Undergraduate Programme includes an entrance test and a personal interview.

Entrance Test: Applicants will have to appear for anentrance test that will assess the English languagecapacities and quantitative capacities.

Personal Interview: Applicants shortlisted on the basis of their performance in the entrance test will be called for a personal interview.

36. Where will the Entrance Test and Interview be conducted for Early Admission and Regular Admission? Where will the test centre information be available?

The Entrance Test and Interview is conducted at different location across India. The details are mentioned in the table below: On receipt of your application form complete in all respects, an admit card will be generated. Admit card will be uploaded on the website which will give you the details of your test and interview centre.

37. Where to find the Sample Paper of admission test for reference?

38. Is there a negative marking in the National Entrance Test?

Yes. There will be negative marking in this examination only for Quantitative Reasoning section. For each correct answer, candidate will be given 2 marks and zero mark on no attempt. 1 mark will be deducted for each incorrect response.

Fees & Financial Assistance

38. What is the fee structure for the Undergraduate Programme 2018 - 21?

39. What is the financial assistance offered by Azim Premji University for the Undergraduate Programme?

Azim Premji University has an explicit commitment to build an inclusive and diverse student body. We offer need-based scholarships (full and partial) to cover the tuition fee andaccommodation.

Family income bands of up to 12 lakhs per annum will be considered for various categories of scholarship. While family income is an important criterion in deciding the quantum of scholarship, other socio-economic factors and circumstances will also be considered in scholarship decisions. Students requesting financial assistance should provide all the information requested in the Financial Assistance form.

The University reserves the right to award or reject financial assistance and its decisions will be final and binding.

Types of Scholarship

Full waiver of Tuition fee, Accommodation and Food charges in exceptional circumstances

Full or Partial waiver of Tuition fee and Accommodation charge

Partial waiver of Tuition fee

40. What is the process of application for financial assistance offered by Azim Premji University?

Azim Premji University has an explicit commitment to build an inclusive and diverse student body. We offer extensive need-based scholarships (full and partial) to cover the Tuition Fee, Accommodation and Food charges.

Process of application for financial assistance as mentioned below;

Scholarship application: Applicants applying for Financial Assistance should fill in the Financial Assistance application form in full. The consent of the parent / guardian is required on the application form.

Financial counselling: The University will conduct financial counselling during the interview process, to further understand and assess student needs. Parent or Guardians should be present for this.

Applicants applying for financial assistance should furnish the supporting documents required at the time of interview. Applications from Applicants who delay submission / do not provide required supporting documentation will not be considered. Hence, applicants are advised to start collecting the documentation required, as soon as they apply for admissions.

Financial support applications after joining the programme will not be considered.

41. What are the supporting documents required to apply for financial assistance at Azim Premji University?

The University will require documentation to support the application for scholarship.

The following mandatory documents required pertain to the applicant’s parents / guardian:

Income Tax Payers
(Salaried or Self Employed)

Non Income Tax Payers

Three year IT returns (Current + past two years
- FY 2016-17, 2015-16 and 2014-15)

Income certificate issued by the
appropriate Government authority (Issued
not earlier than October, 2017)

Bank pass book showing transactions
from April 2017 to date

Bank pass book showing transactions
from April 2017 to date

Receipt of School Fees paid for the past
two years

Receipt of School Fees paid for the past
two years

Other optional documents (These documents would help the verification process):

BPL Card where applicable

If opened an account under Jan-Dhan Yojana, please provide the pass book

Latest salary slip of salaried members of family (parents / guardian)

Form 16 issued by employer of salaried members of family (parents / guardian)

Form 16A issued by any entity providing details of income from profession

Based on an initial verification of these documents, the University may ask for other documentation on a case to case basis. The University will do an independent validation and conduct background verification to ensure that the scholarships are provided to deserving candidates. Its decision in this regard will be final. In case the documentation provided to the University is found to be incorrect / falsified in any manner, any time during the programme, the University reserves the right to withdraw scholarship / admission offer and recover financial support provided.

Career Opportunities & Placement Support

42. What are the future prospects available for students after completing the Undergraduate studies from the University?

The Undergraduate Programme is designed to open up an unusually wide and rich range of future options for students.

The undergraduate programme at Azim Premji University emphasizes and nurtures fundamental capabilities of critical thinking, analytical reasoning and communication. These abilities along with disciplinary understanding in the students’ chosen area of interest will provide a strong foundation that can open up variety of opportunities for our students.

It is well-recognized that success and effectiveness in a job, profession or future study depend on the ability to work cooperatively in organizations and groups. These require interpersonal, ethical and social abilities and that is what our Undergraduate Programme aims to do - help young adults learn with understanding, and be reflective individuals capable of engaged citizenship.

We anticipate that our graduates will have several opportunities for employment and higher education. This may range from working in the business sector or social sectors like development and education or even entrepreneurship. We also foresee some of our students continuing to pursue higher studies either at Azim Premji University or elsewhere.